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H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship lets Chilean accounting professionals work in the U.S. without a lottery or USCIS petition filing. The 1,400-visa annual cap rarely fills, and your CPA credentials or IFRS expertise travel well into roles at U.S. audit firms, corporate finance teams, and public accounting practices.
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The Vice President (VP) Controller applies the principles of fund accounting to Good Shepherd’s revenue sources and balance sheet related transactions. Creates and interprets complex financial statements and reports. Compiles financial information, processes journal entries, develops schedules, reconciles reports and prepares financial data. Some familiarity with and an awareness of the laws and regulations that apply to nonprofit accounting functions are required to ensure compliance. Possesses a knowledge of relevant nonprofit financial accounting systems. Knows the formal and informal departmental goals, standards, policies, and procedures which includes familiarity with other departments within the agency. Is sensitive to the interrelationship of both people and functions with the department.
- Reports To: Chief Financial Officer / Chief Administrative Officer
- Location: 305 7th Avenue, New York, New York 10001
- Hours: 35 hours, Exempt
- Salary: $150,000 - $160,000
MAJOR DUTIES:
- Analyzes complex financial data and extracts and defines relevant information; interprets data for the purpose of determining past financial performance and/or to project financial sustainability.
- Manage Accounting Department functions and provide oversight to operating strategies.
- Ensure financial compliance with all regulatory authorities related to diverse funding streams.
- Prepare annual audit documentation and oversee all audit deliverables and relationships.
- Prepare timely quarterly financials and related financial reports, including developing and reviewing all pertinent supplementary schedules.
- Sustain effective banking and credit relationships, including operating cash, credit line and investment/endowment account management.
- Prepares SSOP report to OCFS.
- Conduct ongoing analysis of agencies financial resources.
- Develop and implement plans to improve accounting systems and procedures.
- Establish and maintain a good relationship with Independent, State and City Auditors.
- Handle multiple government contracts and other diverse revenue sources.
- Perform other related duties assigned by the CFO.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree and CPA required with minimum 10 plus years experience.
- Must have experience in accounting and budgetary analysis.
- Fund accounting experience required.
- Must have an understanding of government requirements as they relate to a social service agency.
- Must have computer experience.
- Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective.
- Advance knowledge in the use of financial software applications, databases, spreadsheet, and/or word processing required.
INTRODUCTION
The Vice President (VP) Controller applies the principles of fund accounting to Good Shepherd’s revenue sources and balance sheet related transactions. Creates and interprets complex financial statements and reports. Compiles financial information, processes journal entries, develops schedules, reconciles reports and prepares financial data. Some familiarity with and an awareness of the laws and regulations that apply to nonprofit accounting functions are required to ensure compliance. Possesses a knowledge of relevant nonprofit financial accounting systems. Knows the formal and informal departmental goals, standards, policies, and procedures which includes familiarity with other departments within the agency. Is sensitive to the interrelationship of both people and functions with the department.
- Reports To: Chief Financial Officer / Chief Administrative Officer
- Location: 305 7th Avenue, New York, New York 10001
- Hours: 35 hours, Exempt
- Salary: $150,000 - $160,000
MAJOR DUTIES:
- Analyzes complex financial data and extracts and defines relevant information; interprets data for the purpose of determining past financial performance and/or to project financial sustainability.
- Manage Accounting Department functions and provide oversight to operating strategies.
- Ensure financial compliance with all regulatory authorities related to diverse funding streams.
- Prepare annual audit documentation and oversee all audit deliverables and relationships.
- Prepare timely quarterly financials and related financial reports, including developing and reviewing all pertinent supplementary schedules.
- Sustain effective banking and credit relationships, including operating cash, credit line and investment/endowment account management.
- Prepares SSOP report to OCFS.
- Conduct ongoing analysis of agencies financial resources.
- Develop and implement plans to improve accounting systems and procedures.
- Establish and maintain a good relationship with Independent, State and City Auditors.
- Handle multiple government contracts and other diverse revenue sources.
- Perform other related duties assigned by the CFO.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree and CPA required with minimum 10 plus years experience.
- Must have experience in accounting and budgetary analysis.
- Fund accounting experience required.
- Must have an understanding of government requirements as they relate to a social service agency.
- Must have computer experience.
- Must have a commitment to work from a strength-based and/or youth development perspective.
- Advance knowledge in the use of financial software applications, databases, spreadsheet, and/or word processing required.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Accountant
Align your credentials with U.S. licensing standards
Chilean accounting degrees satisfy the H-1B1 visa specialty occupation requirement, but U.S. employers in audit and public accounting often prefer CPA-eligible candidates. Research your state's CPA exam eligibility rules before applying so you can address licensing pathways proactively in interviews.
Target employers with established LCA filing histories
Look for accounting firms and corporate finance departments that have filed Labor Condition Applications before. Employers already familiar with the H-1B1 Chile process move faster and make fewer LCA errors, which shortens the gap between your offer letter and consulate appointment.
Benchmark your offer against DOL prevailing wage data
Before accepting any offer, verify the proposed salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your specific accounting role and work location using the OFLC Wage Search. An LCA filed below the prevailing wage will be rejected, delaying your entire timeline.
Search H-1B1 Chile sponsorship roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by H-1B1 Chile sponsorship status on Migrate Mate to find accountant roles at employers with verified LCA filing history. This cuts out firms that list accounting jobs without the infrastructure to sponsor international workers.
Clarify who files the LCA before you sign anything
The H-1B1 Chile process requires your employer to file the LCA with DOL and present it at your consulate appointment. Confirm in writing that your employer, not a third-party staffing agency, holds the LCA, since staffing arrangements complicate consular adjudication for this visa category.
Prepare your IFRS and U.S. GAAP documentation for the consulate
Consular officers assess whether your role genuinely requires a specialty degree. Bring evidence that your position involves applying GAAP, IFRS, or SEC reporting standards, along with your academic transcripts and any professional certifications, to demonstrate the specialty occupation requirement clearly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an accounting role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes. Accounting qualifies when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field. Roles involving GAAP compliance, SEC filings, tax advisory, or audit work consistently meet the USCIS specialty occupation standard. General bookkeeping positions that don't require a degree typically don't qualify, so your job description needs to reflect the professional-level requirements.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa differ from the H-1B for accountants?
The H-1B1 Chile visa skips the H-1B lottery entirely and doesn't require a USCIS petition. Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL, and you apply directly at the U.S. consulate in Chile. The annual cap is 1,400 visas and has never been exhausted, so timing your application around a lottery date isn't a concern.
How do I find accounting employers who will sponsor an H-1B1 Chile visa?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by H-1B1 Chile sponsorship status and surfaces employers with verified LCA filing history, so you're not cold-applying to firms that have never sponsored international workers. Large public accounting firms, multinational corporate finance departments, and Big Four affiliates are the most common sponsors for accounting roles.
What documents does my employer need to file before my consulate appointment?
Your employer must obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL before your appointment. The LCA confirms the offered salary meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your accounting role and location. You'll bring the certified LCA, your offer letter, academic transcripts, and proof of Chilean citizenship to the consulate interview.
Can I work for multiple accounting clients or employers on an H-1B1 Chile visa?
Your H-1B1 Chile visa ties you to the specific employer named on the LCA. If you want to work for a different firm or add a second employer, that employer must file a separate LCA and you may need a new visa stamp. Contract or consulting arrangements where the end client differs from your visa sponsor require careful review before you accept the work.